Sanderling Calidris alba


Identification Tips:

Adult alternate:

Adult basic:

Juvenile:

Similar species:

In alternate plumage, Red Knot and rare Curlew Sandpiper also have a reddish face and breast but are obviously larger and have more extensive red breasts. In basic plumage, the Sanderling is very similar to smaller "peeps" but has a more obvious wing stripe.